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RTW IPC APEX EXPO 2019: A Conversation with Burkle’s David Howard and Kurt Palmer
February 6, 2019 | Real Time with...IPCEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

Burkle North America's David Howard has chosen to take a well-earned retirement, and introduces Pete Starkey to his worthy successor Kurt Palmer.
To watch the interview, click here.
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My Top 10 Highlights from IPC APEX EXPO 2025
04/03/2025 | Chris Mitchell, IPC VP, Global Government RelationsEvery year, I am reminded what an exciting and fast-paced whirlwind IPC APEX EXPO is—the friends you run into, the new people you meet, the innovations you encounter, and the fascinating discussions you dive into. It’s certainly true that our industry is driven by searchers and problem-solvers, creating endless opportunities at APEX EXPO to connect, collaborate, and shape the future.
Calling All Designers: The Latest Design Technology and AI
03/20/2025 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 MagazineAdvanced design technology and AI were in the spotlight at the annual Design Town Hall, held March 19 during IPC APEX EXPO 2025. Speakers included IPC’s Peter Tranitz, Matt Kelly, Devan Iyer, as well as a panel on the use of AI in PCB design moderated by Susan Kayesar of Siemens.
Peter Mümmler to Become New CFO at LPKF
01/20/2025 | LPKF Laser & ElectronicsLPKF Laser & Electronics SE is pleased to announce that Peter Mümmler will be joining the Management Board as Chief Financial Officer with effect from 1 April 2025, with an initial contract term of 3 years.
Peters Leverages Inkjet Technology to Optimize PCB Manufacturing
01/17/2025 | PetersPeters has put the second SUSS LP50 ‘Pixdro’ inkjet printer into operation. This machine enables the application of solder resist in digital additive technology by means of the inkjet process, thus providing Peters Research, in this relatively new segment, with more possibilities in research and process technology, in addition to the conventional coating processes (screen printing, curtain coating and spray coating).
IPC Announces UK Regional Qualification for Hand Soldering Competition
01/02/2025 | IPCIPC invites skilled soldering experts to participate in the UK Regional Qualification for the IPC Hand Soldering Competition (HSC) on February 4-6, 2025, at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre.